Algae Eaters | Algae Eater (Gold)

Scientific Name: Gyrinocheilus aymonieri Common Name: Gold Algae Eater, Chinese Algae Eater, Honey Sucker, Sucking Loach Adult Size: 11 inches Life Expectancy: 10 years Habitat: Thailand, Laos and Vietnam Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallon Ideal Tank Conditions:  Temperature Range: 72 - 82°F  pH Range: 6.8 – 7.4 Hardness Range: 8 - 12 Temperament: Generally peaceful, but they can become territorial as they mature. Diet & Nutrition: Omnivorous; feed a well-balanced diet consisting of algae and sinking algae wafers. Supplement with raw zucchini or cucumbers as a treat once or twice a week; raw vegetables should be anchored near the bottom of the aquarium. Adults will benefit from sinking pellets, frozen and freeze-dried brine and mysis shrimp and bloodworms.  Breeding & Spawning: Use a breeding tank with fine-leaved plants such as Java Moss. Feed the selected pair high-quality foods like live or frozen brine shrimp and daphnia to prepare them for breeding. The female will lay adhe